Kudos
6.4#4 in total rewards softwareAndroidiOSWeb
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Xoxoday Empuls
6.1#18 in total rewards softwareAndroidiOSWebAPI
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| Fact | Kudos | Xoxoday Empuls |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 2007 | 2018 |
| Integrations | Recognition messages can be sent and received through Slack and Microsoft Teams, and the platform supports HRIS provisioning. | The pricing page lists HRIS and HRMS sync, collaboration apps, learning and milestone triggers, helpdesk integrations, 100+ integrations, and a REST API. |
| Pricing model | Kudos says pricing varies according to client needs, with flat monthly per-user pricing its most popular model; rewards are optional and not marked up. | Empuls uses a per-employee, per-month SaaS model based on the employees in scope and modules activated; the price is tailored to the selected modules and add-ons. |
| Recognition | It supports peer-to-peer, top-down, nomination-based, and milestone recognition programs. | It supports peer, manager, and leadership recognition, awards, nominations, and automated milestones. |
| Rewards | Rewards include merchandise, gift cards, travel, experiences, mobile top-ups, charities, and custom rewards. | Its rewards marketplace offers gift cards, experiences, and merchandise across 150+ countries. |
| Security | Kudos lists ISO 27001 certification, SOC 2 Type II, CSA STAR Level I, and GDPR compliance. | Xoxoday lists SOC 2 Type II, ISO/IEC 27001:2022, PCI DSS alignment, GDPR and CCPA/CPRA compliance, and HIPAA readiness. |
| Support | Kudos says its team provides direct support and best practices for integration and recognition program results. | The pricing page says onboarding and support are included with every plan. |
Kudos plans
- Kudos employee recognition platformPriced on request
Xoxoday Empuls plans
- Custom modular planPriced on request
Pick Kudos if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Pick Xoxoday Empuls if…
Empuls is intended for HR, leadership, managers, sales, internal communications, finance and procurement, and IT teams. It suits organizations seeking a combined approach to employee recognition, rewards, surveys, benefits, and internal communications.